USC frat house reborn: A modern makeover for Phi Sigma Kappa

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Ricardo DeAratanha / Los Angeles Times

Among the biggest changes at Phi Sigma Kappa: A new entry featuring two-story-tall windows, bringing more light into the building. Although fraternity culture often centers on closely guarded secrets, the reborn chapter wanted its house to reflect a new sensibility. Transparency was the key...

Among the biggest changes at Phi Sigma Kappa: A new entry featuring two-story-tall windows, bringing more light into the building. Although fraternity culture often centers on closely guarded secrets, the reborn chapter wanted its house to reflect a new sensibility. Transparency was the key... (Ricardo DeAratanha / Los Angeles Times)

Before the remodel: When the design team had its first look at the property, it was in a general state of disrepair. Besides the visible detritus left behind, the team had to contend with mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems that needed to be overhauled and walls that were damaged by...

Before the remodel: When the design team had its first look at the property, it was in a general state of disrepair. Besides the visible detritus left behind, the team had to contend with mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems that needed to be overhauled and walls that were damaged by... (Mass Architecture)